Chipotle Morita chiles, Capsicum annuum, are a high heat chile. They may also be known as chile morita, morita chiles, chipotle morita or chiles morita.

Chipotle Morita chiles are formed when red ripe jalapeños are dried, then lightly smoked. These dark red chiles are named after the Spanish word morita, which means “little blackberry.” The word chipotle stems from the Nahuatl word chīlpoctli, meaning “smoked chile.”

There are approximately 9 chiles per ounce.

This pepper is popular with Mexican restaurants, sports bars, food trucks and brewers as well as manufacturers of various ethnic sauces and cocktail mixes.

One Morita chile pod is equal to 1/2 teaspoon of Morita Chile Powder or 3/4 teaspoon Chipotle Morita Flakes. This chile is also grown organically and is available as Organic Chipotle Morita Chiles

Flavor Profile

These chiles are smoky, with a somewhat sweet chocolaty aroma and flavor.

How To Use

Originally, Chipotle chiles were commonly used to flavor salsas, stews and soups but now this popular flavor has found its way into everything from fried chicken to chips.

Chipotle chiles are excellent with beef, chicken and pork chops. We love to pair them with fruit in Orange Chipotle Grilled Chicken. Extract every morsel of flavor as they simmer low and slow in Spicy Slow Cooker Chili. Make an Adobo Sauce and use it to top huevos rancheros. Chop and stir into queso, pickles, or anything that needs a sweet and smoky edge. You can even try them in chocolate bark!